Emma Grede – Small Business UK
British entrepreneur, Emma Grede, lives in Los Angeles but was brought up in East London. She worked in entertainment marketing at Inca Productions and later founded fashion and entertainment marketing agency, ITB Worldwide. State-side, she co-founded Good American in 2016,…
Do It! Selling with David Newman » Succeed As Your Own Boss
David Newman is the best-selling author of Do It! Marketing and his latest book, Do It! Selling. He’s also the founder of the Do It! MBA mentoring program and host of The Selling Show, a top-rated business podcast with over…
What is a Sales CRM? The What, Why & How for SMBs
Everyone on your team, from sales reps to managers, can benefit from a sales CRM system. Some aspects sales CRM software can help with include the following: Contact management Communication Productivity Identifying trends Let’s see all the ways sales CRM…
Saving for Retirement as a Small Business Owner
One of the biggest challenges small business owners and self-employed professionals face is saving for retirement. While employed professionals often have specific and established retirement options through their employers, funding a retirement plan as a small business owner or sole…
How to Be Awkward and Confident at Work
We are told by almost everyone these days that we should be our authentic selves. But there is still tremendous pressure at work (and in society) to conform and be like everyone else. On The Small Business Radio Show this…
Microbusinesses lead way when it comes to exports
The proportion of microbusinesses making exports overseas jumped last year to 46 per cent compared with 39 per cent in 2021. A microbusiness is defined as having up to nine employees. Four out of ten SMEs (up to 250 employees)…
Why Invest In Yourself with Melinda Emerson » Succeed As Your Own Boss
Melinda F. Emerson, “SmallBizLady” is America’s #1 Small Business Expert. She is an internationally renowned keynote speaker on small business development, social selling, and online marketing strategy. As CEO of Quintessence Group, her Philadelphia-based marketing consulting firm serves Fortune 500…
Local SEO Guide for Small Businesses
Disclaimer – I’m making an assumption you already have a website. Additional Disclaimer – I will be listing low to mid-cost services below. I’m not getting paid for my recommendations; these are all services I’ve used myself. Step #1: Create…
How Debit Cards Can Teach Kids Financial Literacy
In today’s increasingly cashless society, teaching children about financial literacy is more important than ever. One effective tool for introducing kids to responsible money management is a debit card. While traditionally associated with adults, debit cards can be a valuable…
12 Effective Upselling Techniques to Boost Sales
In a world of evolving customer expectations, businesses are constantly searching for innovative strategies to drive growth. Among these strategies, upselling stands out as an effective approach to maximize sales. Read on as we shed light on the power of upselling techniques…
How CommBank and Waddle, from Xero, are unlocking cash in unpaid invoices to help small business grow
Amid stubborn global inflation, tightening monetary policy and ongoing energy and supply chain impacts, it’s important for small businesses to look at how they’re managing their cash flow. Cash flow is king again and freeing up cash could be the…
7 electricity suppliers for small businesses
Electricity bills have certainly left their mark on UK small businesses this year. So much so, that in April the government launched an energy efficiency campaign to help drive down the energy costs small businesses were having to pay following…
Hit It & Quit It with Nick Ron, Carole Mahoney, Chanel Christoff Davis » Succeed As Your Own Boss
Nick Ron is the founder and CEO of House Buyers of America. He is an industry veteran with over 20 years of experience as a real estate investor. He founded House Buyers of America in 2001, selling homes through his…
How to Build an MVP (Minimum Viable Product)
Minimum viable product development can be a fun and rewarding experience – but it can also be overwhelming. I’ve got you covered! Here’s a list of MVP development tips to keep you on track and avoid pitfalls. Tip 1: MVPs…
The Ins and Outs of CFDs: A Comprehensive Guide
In the ever-evolving world of finance, one term you might have heard bouncing around is “CFDs” or Contracts for Difference. If you’re scratching your head wondering what on earth these are, you’re in the right place. This article will demystify…
12 Grand Opening Ideas – Small Business Trends
A lot of hard work goes into establishing a new small business. After months or more of securing a location, applying for licenses and creating the perfect logo, you’re finally ready to open… and you want to do it with…
Achieving that sale getting harder for small businesses
Small business owners are well aware how hard it is for their customers right now, who are trying to stretch their budgets to cover the rising cost of household bills, transport, housing and debt repayments. This isn’t leaving a lot…
UKCA business designation postponed indefinitely
Scrapped plans for the government’s post-Brexit UKCA product safety mark means that companies can continue to comply with the established Conformité Européenne (CE) regulations. The decision is said to come as part of a wider “drive for smarter regulation”, and…
How to Create Brand Positioning » Succeed As Your Own Boss
In today’s competitive marketplace, brand positioning plays a vital role in differentiating your business and capturing the attention of your target audience. To effectively position your brand, you must consider four essential elements: your customers, channels, pricing, and competition. A…
SOP Guidelines for Small Business Owners
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10 Effective Sales Strategies for Business Success
Increasing revenue and attaining sustainable growth are two goals that many businesses pursue in today’s fast-paced and intensely competitive business environment. And guess what? The secret sauce to making it happen lies in none other than effective sales strategies. These…
How to Put a Link in Your TikTok Bio
As an astute business owner, one of your prime objectives is driving increased traffic towards your digital storefront – your website. One platform that can significantly aid in this goal is TikTok, a platform known for its viral, engaging content….
Amazing Apprenticeships unlocks the power of apprenticeships for small businesses
In honour of National Apprenticeship Week, we spoke with Anna Morrison, the founder of Amazing Apprenticeships, a leading organisation in the education sector, working with schools, colleges and businesses of all sizes to tackle misconceptions and promote the benefits of…
Top 5 accounting software providers for UK small businesses
Accounting software packages have become an essential tool for all modern businesses, of whatever size and type, and there is now a wide range of vendors to choose from. The key to purchasing a suitable platform is to find the…